XS Series Speakers Installation
Instructions
Important Safety Information
WARNING
Failure to follow these warnings and cautions could result in
personal injury, damage to the vehicle or vessel, or poor product
performance.
This device must be installed according to these instructions.
Disconnect the vehicle's or vessel's power supply before
beginning to install this product.
CAUTION
Continuous exposure to sound pressure levels over 100 dBA
may cause permanent hearing loss. The volume is typically too
loud if you cannot hear people speaking around you. Limit the
amount of time you listen at high volume. If you experience
ringing in your ears or muffled speech, stop listening and have
your hearing checked.
Always wear safety goggles, ear protection, and a dust mask
when drilling, cutting, or sanding.
NOTICE
When drilling or cutting, always check what is on the opposite
side of the surface.
It is strongly recommended that you have your audio system
installed by a professional installer to ensure optimum
performance.
You must read all installation instructions before beginning the
installation. If you experience difficulty during the installation, go
What's In the Box
• 2 speakers
• 12 Phillips stainless steel mounting screws
◦ 4 in. models: 3.5 mm x 25.4 mm (6 gauge x 1 in.)
◦ 6.5 in. and 7.7 in. models: 4.2 mm x 25.4 mm (8 gauge x 1
in.)
• Mounting template
• Speaker grilles
Tools Needed
• Electric drill
• Drill bit (size varies based on surface material)
• Phillips screwdriver
• Wire strippers
• Crimping tool
• Electrical tape
• Appropriate saw or utility knife to cut surface material
• Marine sealant (optional)
NOTE:
For customized installations, additional tools and
materials may be needed.
Mounting Considerations
NOTICE
When mounting the speaker in an area exposed to weather or
water, you must mount the speaker on a vertical surface. If you
mount the speaker on a horizontal surface facing up, water can
gather in and around the speaker, causing damage over time.
Selecting the correct mounting location is critical to optimize the
performance of each speaker. FUSION
®
speakers are designed
to perform in the widest possible range of mounting locations,
but the more you plan the installation, the better the speakers'
sound will be.
• For the best performance, you should mount the speakers
higher in the boat. Sound travels in the direction in which the
speakers are facing, so if you mount them in a lower location,
the sound quality and volume may not be not ideal.
• If you intend to mount the speakers outside the boat, you
must mount them in a location well above the waterline,
where they are not submerged or damaged by docks, pilings,
or other pieces of equipment. When mounted correctly, these
speakers are rated IP65 for protection from the front of the
speaker. Water exposure and damage to the rear of the
speaker voids the warranty. This includes situations when the
speakers are mounted in a sealed enclosure, especially if
they are exposed to wash down. Using an enclosure with a
port or vent exposed to the outside environment may allow
water to collect and damage the speaker.
• You should select mounting locations that enable you to hear
sound from both speakers at the same time to achieve a
sound stage effect. To achieve this effect, you should not
mount the speakers side-by-side.
• When possible, you should select mounting locations where
the area behind each speaker is enclosed.
• You must select mounting locations that provide sufficient
clearance for the mounting depth of the speakers as
specified in the product specifications.
• For better bass performance, you should select mounting
locations that provide the appropriate space behind the
speaker according to the optimum enclosure design
requirements in the specifications section. Too small an area
restricts bass, and too large an area compromises bass
performance. Also, mounting a speaker close to an open
area (where sound from the back of the speaker has a very
short path to compete with sound from the front of the
speaker) produces the least bass.
• When a speaker is not exposed to the outside environment,
you can achieve a better bass performance using an
enclosure with a ported design.
• You can reference the Thiele Small (T/S) parameters in the
specifications section when designing a custom enclosure for
the speakers.
• You should select a flat mounting surface for the best seal.
• You should protect the speaker wires from sharp objects and
always use rubber grommets when wiring through panels.
• You should select mounting locations that avoid potential
obstacles, such as fuel and hydraulic lines and wiring.
• You should protect all terminals and connections from
grounding and from each other. Failure to do so could result
in permanent damage to the audio system and void the
product warranty.
• To avoid interference with a magnetic compass, you should
not mount the speakers closer to a compass than the
compass-safe distance value listed in the product
specifications.
• You must turn off the audio system before making any
connections to the source unit, amplifier, or speakers. Failure
to do so could result in permanent damage to the audio
system.
Mounting the Speakers
Before mounting the speakers, you must choose a location
following the guidelines above.
Before cutting the mounting surface you should verify that there
is enough clearance for the speaker behind the surface. Refer to
the specifications for clearance information.
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